Tag: tragedy
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The Heartbreaking Reality of Losing a Child to Gun Violence
Get Pregnant Fast In a tragedy that no parent should ever have to endure, the family of young Mason Carter shared a devastating photograph that captures the raw pain of losing a child to gun violence. Mason was just seven years old when he was tragically killed in a shooting at a local school, a…
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Let’s Rethink the Question: “How Could Parents Allow This to Happen?” When Tragedy Strikes
Get Pregnant Fast On New Year’s Eve, a heartbreaking incident occurred in Colorado when a 6-year-old boy went missing. Tragically, his body was discovered in a nearby pond just a day later. This news is nothing short of devastating. It’s a situation that many media outlets describe as “every parent’s worst nightmare,” and they’re right.…
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The Promise We Made on 9/11
Get Pregnant Fast It was shortly after 10:00 a.m. when I stepped out of my Music Theory placement exam at the University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music. I felt mentally drained, grappling with the demands of being a music student. As I made my way to the main office to resolve some scheduling issues,…
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Helping Our Children Navigate the Aftermath of Tragedies Like the Orlando Mass Shooting
Get Pregnant Fast In times of unimaginable tragedy, such as the Orlando mass shooting, it’s crucial for us to support our children in processing their feelings and fears. As parents and guardians, we hold a pivotal role in guiding them through the complex emotions that arise in the wake of such events. Here are some…
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Tragedy Strikes: 50 Lives Lost in Florida Nightclub Shooting
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartbreaking incident that has left the city of Orlando and the entire nation in mourning, a mass shooting at a popular gay nightclub claimed the lives of 50 individuals and injured at least 53 others early Sunday morning. The attack at Pulse Orlando has been labeled an act of domestic…
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Dzhokhar Tsarnaev: A Reflection on a Troubling Past
Get Pregnant Fast As I stepped into the lobby of my apartment building, I was met by a neighbor who delivered unsettling news: “Your former student received the death penalty.” For a moment, I was frozen, unable to process the weight of his words. Tears welled up in my eyes, emotions swirling as I grappled…
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Father Comforts Son After Paris Attacks: ‘They May Have Guns, But We Have Flowers’
Get Pregnant Fast In the wake of the tragic terrorist attacks in Paris, many of us find ourselves grappling with the incomprehensible nature of such violence. A poignant video featuring a father calms his son amidst the chaos, providing a perspective that resonates deeply with viewers. In a segment from a French television show, a…
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An Open Letter to “Perfect” Parents: Let Go of the Blame
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Parents, It’s time to stop the cycle of blame and shame towards one another. Let’s rewind a bit. Thirty-five years ago, a mother shopping at a department store briefly left her 6-year-old son, Adam, to check out some lamps. Tragically, Adam was later abducted, leading to heart-wrenching consequences for his family.…
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Mothers Face Unimaginable Heartbreak in the Aftermath of the Orlando Tragedy
Get Pregnant Fast In the early hours of a fateful Sunday, the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history unfolded at Pulse, a gay nightclub in Orlando. The horrific attack claimed the lives of at least 49 innocent individuals and left over 53 others injured. As the hours dragged on, countless families were left in agonizing…